Ipswich Old North Burying Ground

The Old North Burying Ground in Ipswich, Massachusetts was established in 1634 upon the founding of the town of the town, and is one of the oldest cemeteries in North America. The Old North Burying Ground is located at the intersection of High Street and Rt 133/1A. View at Google maps.

Old North Burying Ground Preservation Plan

Funding for the Old North Burying Ground preservation study was provided by the Harold Bowen Fund, the Ipswich Historical Commission, a grant from Essex National Heritage, and a grant from the Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund. Paul McGinleyspearheaded the project and guiding it to completion with the assistance of Gordon Harris. William Thoen provided consultation regarding structural engineering. Kaley Dorey, intern with the Planning Dept created the database and took photos. John Glassford shared photos from the FindaGrave site, Jeff Puter, director of Parks and Cemeteries met with us regularly. Joshual Gerloff cleared brush around many of the graves, making it possible to study them for the survey. Thanks to Glenn Gibbs and Ethan Parsons for their valuable assistance in the Ipswich Planning Department.